HAPPY NEW YEAR

Time for new year resolutions and a think back on the past year.  In church on Sunday we were guided into reflecting on the past year.  We were told to think about the best thing(s) of the year and the worst. 

I had no trouble thinking of the best(s).  I absolutely loved the week I spent with Melissa going to the sock summit and visiting with Karen and Angela.  Such a very special time.  It was heaven to have a whole week together doing what we both love, knitting!  I hope to have a similar experience this year with Becky (get the hint!!!) doing some scrapbooking.  My girls are very busy women so any time alone I get with them is cherished.

I also loved the knitting retreat at Port Ludlow.  I met some wonderful women and got to know Tina and Stephanie.  Both are wonderful, funny ladies who love to share their love of knitting.

Then I had to think of the worst and to be truthful, I could not think of anything.  True I lost some friends this year but no one super close to me.  Except for one death, all were above 80 years of age and had lived a vibrant, healthy life.  My family was healthy, the recession had not hit any of us too bad.  We had nice, warm homes to live in, food to eat (perhaps a little too much food!), cars to drive, jobs to go to.  My stash had grown considerably, my dog gave me much joy, my husband and I were getting along better than ever. 

My conclusion:  This has been a GOOD year.  Sure, some pain was felt.  That's life.  But I am thankful for my wonderful family.  I have a good life.  Thanks be to God.